Fishing: News

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Before the 2016 Challenge Cup began, Jeff Kriet sat in a tenuous spot. He was near the bottom in angler rank and in jeopardy of being cut from Cup events. He was able to overcome the threat but is now faced with a new hill to climb: catch 18 pounds to avoid Sudden Death.

Technically, there is no practice for an MLF event; competition begins from a cold start without any warm up on the water. When Sudden Death begins, those who have advanced have a day of fishing under their belts, which essentially serves as a practice day. Advancing anglers are always looking to take their successful tactics to the Sudden Death Round.